Programs

Learn the Olympic sport of Epee fencing through a combination of games, drills, and exercises targeted to young children. Students build confidence, coordination, speed, good sportsmanship, and basic fencing tactics through this weekly fencing program. Students practice their skills in fencing matches initially with foam swords and then advance to full electric fencing gear.

• The class is limited to 10 students and placement is based on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Schedule: The class meets on Fridays from 5-6pm. Parents can drop off their kids or sit in the bleachers.
• Class Fee: The class is $120/month. 30 days notice is required for class cancellations.
• Instructors: The primary instructor is Emily Bourdeau a competitive fencer with over 10 years of experience. OFC head and assistant coaches will substitute as needed.
• Register using this link.

Our beginners fencing program teaches the fundamentals of epee fencing including the fencing en guard stance, how to warm up properly, footwork, tactics, and basic blade actions. The first portion of class includes warm up, footwork, and blade technique drills. The second half is dedicated to bouting (electric fencing in full gear).

The beginners program allows students to attend unlimited fencing classes in their age group for a full calendar month. This program includes equipment rental, group instruction with a coach to learn the fundamentals, and the assignment of a member “buddy” to help guide the beginner through our classes.

The schedule* of classes by age group is listed below. We have two separate recreational classes for fencers under 12 years old, however, for new beginners 12 years and under we combine the beginners groups for the first half of the month starting at 5pm. After two weeks they are split into their separate classes as shown in the schedule below. 

• 6-12 years old combined youth beginners class, first half of the month: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 – 7pm 
• Second half of the month:
  • 6-10 years old: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 – 6:30pm
  • 11-12 years old: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7:30pm
• 13 years old to adult: Mondays, Wednesdays from 6-8pm, and Fridays from 5:30-8pm

Attend unlimited classes throughout the month and fall in love with epee fencing!

• Class Fee: The intro class is $125/month.
• Register today using this link.

*Summer schedule from July through August has all classes starting at 5pm. Open fencing begins at 6pm. 

• Recreational Fencing  is designed for Girls & Boys 6 to 10 years old.
• Attend classes twice a week:
  • Y8 – Y10 fencers:  Tuesday and Thursday, 4:30pm to 6:30pm.
  • Y12 fencers: Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30pm – 7:30pm Open fencing available on Fridays from 5:30-8pm.
  • Summer Schedule: July and August the classes are combined and begin at 5pm.
• Classes include:
  • Games to encourage stamina and agility.
  • Fencing footwork and technique. Fitness and conditioning.
  • Fencing matches.
• Private lessons are available for an extra fee.
• Strip coaching is available at regional and national tournaments.

• Recreational Fencing 2 is designed for fencers 13 years old and up (including adults).
• Attend 2 structured classes per week on Monday and Wednesday from 6-9pm.
  • Summer Schedule classes start at 5pm for June, July, and August.
• Open fencing available on Monday and Wednesday from 7-9pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30-8:00pm, and Fridays from 5:30-8pm.
  • Summer Schedule open fencing begins at 6pm and ends at 8pm on Mon/Wed/Fri from June through August.
• Classes include:
  • Warm up games to encourage stamina, cunning, and agility.
  • Fitness and conditioning.
  • Footwork and technical instruction.
• Private lessons are available for an additional fee.
• Strip coaching is available at regional and national tournaments.

• Open Fencing subscription allows fencers to come and fence during our open fencing times each week (see our schedule for times).
• Schedule: Mon/Wed from 7:30 to 9pm. Tue/Thu from 6:30-8:00pm. Friday from 6-8pm. 
  • Summer Schedule from June-August: Mon-Fri from 6-8pm. 
• Good fit for adult fencers or parents who can’t attend classes but would like to experience the sport.
• Good for visiting fencers from other clubs and Cities.
• Private lessons are available.

• This subscription is for Veteran fencers (ages 39 and up) who are interested in competing regionally and nationally.
• Join classes with Y14 to Adult fencers each week and Saturday competitive practice is also included.
• Private lessons are available.
• Strip coaching available at regional and national tournaments.